Tag: Traffic Safety

  • Suffolk County Red Light Camera Program Faces Termination

    Suffolk County Red Light Camera Program Faces Termination

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    Suffolk County’s red light camera program, a fixture for over a decade, is set to terminate in December following the failure of a bill to extend it by the state legislature. The discontinuation of the program could potentially lead to significant financial implications, with the county facing an estimated shortfall of $8 million annually. Legislative…

  • Suffolk County Red Light Camera Program to End

    Suffolk County Red Light Camera Program to End

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    LONG ISLAND – Suffolk County’s red light camera program, a source of controversy for over a decade, is slated to conclude in December following the failure of a bill to extend it for five years in the state legislature. This decision could lead to significant financial implications, with estimates suggesting a potential shortfall of $8…

  • Chicago Bicycle-Vehicle Collision Leaves 5 Critical Including Children

    Chicago Bicycle-Vehicle Collision Leaves 5 Critical Including Children

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    A collision involving multiple bicycles and two vehicles has resulted in critical injuries to five individuals, including three children, in Rogers Park, Chicago. The incident occurred on Wednesday evening at the intersection of Marshfield Avenue and Jonquil Terrace. According to the Chicago Fire Department, the crash involved two cars and several bicycles, although the specific…

  • Suffolk County Red Light Camera Program to End

    Suffolk County Red Light Camera Program to End

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    Suffolk County’s contentious red light camera program, a fixture for over a decade, is slated to terminate in December following the failure of a legislative extension bill. This decision, influenced by the State Legislature, poses significant financial implications, potentially leaving the county with an estimated $8 million revenue gap. Legislative Failure and Financial Impact The…

  • Moorland Road Reconstruction Completed in Waukesha, Wisconsin

    Moorland Road Reconstruction Completed in Waukesha, Wisconsin

    WAUKESHA, Wis. – The Waukesha County Department of Public Works announced the successful completion of the Moorland Road reconstruction project segment between Beloit Road (CTH O) and National Avenue (CTH ES) on Friday, June 14. This significant infrastructure upgrade spans 1.4 miles and aims to enhance both safety and traffic flow throughout the area. Enhancements…

  • King County Traffic Safety Task Force Takes Action

    King County Traffic Safety Task Force Takes Action

    In a bid to tackle the pressing issue of traffic safety, King County’s traffic safety task force is gearing up for a crucial meeting set to take place at the Tukwila Community Center. The task force, known as the King County Target Zero Traffic Safety Coalition, is renowned for its collaborative efforts with various stakeholders…

  • New Hampshire Upholds Suspension for Trucker in Fatal Crash

    New Hampshire Upholds Suspension for Trucker in Fatal Crash

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    New Hampshire authorities have decided to uphold the license suspension of Volodymyr Zhukovskyy, the commercial truck driver acquitted in the tragic 2019 collision that claimed the lives of seven motorcyclists. While Zhukovskyy was found not guilty of multiple manslaughter and negligent homicide charges in 2022, the state’s safety officials remain firm in their decision regarding…

  • Bicyclist Survivor Joins San Francisco’s Ride of Silence

    Bicyclist Survivor Joins San Francisco’s Ride of Silence

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    SAN FRANCISCO – In a poignant display of resilience and remembrance, a bicyclist who survived a hit-and-run incident joined San Francisco’s Ride of Silence, an annual event honoring those who lost their lives while cycling in the city. Alex Tamez, 34, stood among dozens of riders to pay tribute to the fallen, marking both a…

  • Driver Charged with Reckless Driving After Pedestrian and Teen Hit in San Francisco

    Driver Charged with Reckless Driving After Pedestrian and Teen Hit in San Francisco

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    San Francisco’s District Attorney has taken action against a 54-year-old man, Rodney Jefferson, charging him with two counts of reckless driving following an alarming incident in the city. The charges stem from an episode where Jefferson allegedly struck a pedestrian in the Tenderloin district before colliding with a 14-year-old girl near Francisco Middle School. The…

  • Semitruck Engulfed in Flames on I-70 Runaway Ramp in Silverthorne, Colorado

    Semitruck Engulfed in Flames on I-70 Runaway Ramp in Silverthorne, Colorado

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    A harrowing incident unfolded on westbound Interstate 70 near Silverthorne, Colorado, as drivers witnessed a semitruck engulfed in flames after utilizing a runaway ramp. The truck’s occupants emerged unscathed from the fiery wreckage, highlighting the critical role of emergency measures in averting disaster on steep mountain passes. Perilous Scene on the Interstate Colorado State Patrol…

  • Fatal Moped Accident in Greensboro Leaves One Dead, Another Critically Injured

    Fatal Moped Accident in Greensboro Leaves One Dead, Another Critically Injured

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    A tragic incident unfolded in Greensboro, North Carolina, as one person lost their life, and another sustained life-threatening injuries in a collision involving a moped and a vehicle. According to the Greensboro Police Department, the incident occurred on Tuesday evening along US 29 South near Florida Street. The Incident At approximately 10:09 p.m., law enforcement…

  • Motorcycle Crash Claims Life of Greenfield Resident

    Motorcycle Crash Claims Life of Greenfield Resident

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    A tragic motorcycle crash in Hancock County, Indiana, resulted in the death of a local resident, Timothy Bossard, on Thursday night. Details of the Incident The New Palestine Police Department and the Hancock County Sheriff’s Department responded to the crash scene at around 7:30 p.m. The incident occurred at the junction of US 52 and…

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